Accounting Networking Events
This calendar includes all accounting networking events in Vancouver.
Did we miss an event? Let us know at ubcdapsc@gmail.com
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Networking calendars:
Company-Specific Events:
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Speed Networking - March 2025
Join us for a dynamic speed networking event where you'll have the chance to connect with industry professionals in small group settings, designed for meaningful conversations.
Alumni Night 2025
Join us for an engaging evening with DAP alumni as they share how the program shaped their career paths. Faculty members will also be present to offer valuable industry insights.
Platinum Perspectives
Platinum Perspectives is an evening featuring panel discussions with amazing firm representatives from accounting firms in Vancouver.
Speed Networking
Speed Networking-Sep 2024
🚀 Accounting Students, Level Up Your Career with Speed Networking! 🚀
Dive into Vancouver’s accounting scene by networking with industry professionals and exploring the path that’s right for you. Plus, enjoy a casual and engaging environment with refreshments to keep you going! Seats are limited so don’t miss out!
The accounting firms in Vancouver are all different, having unique workplace cultures, client bases, and career advancement opportunities. It’s crucial to learn about these differences since they can have a huge impact on your day-to-day work experience!
Event Details:
📅 Monday, 9th September - 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Birmingham Room, UBC Sauder Building
👗 Dress Code: Business Casual
💲 Cost: $7.5 per person (Limited Availability)
🍽️ Delicious snacks and refreshments provided
Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gt4-ArVg
(Event limited to UBC Sauder students, more events coming soon!)
Find the ideal fit for you! Explore your options and engage with industry professionals to gain insights on various firms
𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝
PwC Canada, Deloitte, BDO Canada, KPMG, MNP, Grant Thornton LLP (Canada), Baker Tilly Canada, Crowe MacKay LLP, GBCo, D&H Group LLP Chartered Professional Accountants, Invictus Accounting Group LLP, Johnsen Archer LLP, CPA's, Lohn Caulder LLP, Ribeyre Chang Haylock Ltd., Smythe LLP.
(𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯)
Hope to see you there!
Meet Our Guests
Michael Fraser
Invictus Accounting Group LLP • Director, People and Culture
Michael is the Director of People and Culture at Invictus Accounting Group LLP, where he leads HR strategy and fosters a supportive work environment for a diverse team of global experts. Invictus Accounting provides top-tier advisory, finance, and accounting services, leveraging over 200 years of combined experience to deliver tailored, cost-effective solutions for businesses worldwide.
Mahesh Nandwani
Smythe LLP • Senior Talent Acquisition
Mahesh, a results-driven professional, brings expertise in Recruitment, Organizational Behavior, and Human Resources. With an international background and experiences in diverse cultures, he offers a unique perspective. Mahesh's adaptability and cultural sensitivity are honed from residing in multiple countries.
Nicole Weichen Ni
Grant Thornton LLP • Senior Accountant
Hi, I’m Weichen, currently working as a senior accountant in the privately held business group within Grant Thornton LLP. We do financial statements, personal income tax and corporate income tax etc. work for our private corporations across the country. I came from Winnipeg, just moved to Vancouver in early 2024, and I love the weather! Outside work, I do gym, hiking, motorcycle any fun outdoor activities. If you have any questions feel free to talk with me.
Gary Greenan
Baker Tilly WM LLP • Senior Talent Acquisition Lead
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-greenan-700048137/
Avleen Chawla
Baker Tilly WM LLP • Human Resources Coordinator
I am an enthusiastic traveller and a passionate HR Professional who has been working with Baker Tilly since the past 1.5 years. I have a strong commitment to foster positive workplace environment and engage in community service by being an ESS Volunteer for City of Vancouver.
Ajit Aujla
Baker Tilly WM LLP • Staff Accountant
I'm a staff accountant at Baker Tilly WM LLP, where I completed my co-op., I enjoy working in an environment that involves collaboration and professional growth. Outside of work, I'm on the mountains hiking as a way to stay active and unwind.
Kurtis Halvorson
Ernst & Young LLP • Senior Accountant
Kurtis graduated from UBC Sauder in 2021 with a specialization in accounting. Since then, he has been at EY in their assurance practice, working on a variety of clients from startup to multi-national public companies. Over the past three years Kurtis has been completing the CPA program, successfully completing the CFE in September 2023 and officially a designated CPA as of August 2024. He is also part of the core recruitment team and the social committee at EY.
Sophia Pilcher
Ernst & Young LLP • Senior Associate, Talent Acquisition
Sophia graduated from UBC Sauder in 2022 with a specialization in OBHR, and a concentration in Business Law. To start her career, Sophia recruited at a tech start up and then joined the Talent Acquisition team at EY in June of 2022. She has recruited internationally for the Business Consulting teams of Finance Transformation and EY Design Studio, and recently switched into campus recruitment for Assurance and Tax.
Jagriti Batra
KPMG • Senior Accountant
Jagriti, a Senior Accountant, joined KPMG in January 2023 after completing DAP at UBC. Specializing in external audit for Financial Institutions and Real Estate, Jagriti demonstrates expertise in serving clients in these sectors. She is passionate about fostering connections, and helping others to grow.
Andrea Liu
KPMG • Tax Specialist
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrealiu5/
Melis Çalhan
PwC • Senior Associate, Campus Talent Acquisition
Melis, a Senior Associate at PwC's Campus Talent Acquisition team, excels in early careers and recruitment strategy. With a knack for building strong partnerships, she drives diversity initiatives and spearheads recruitment efforts. Passionate about fostering connections, Melis enjoys exploring Vancouver's culinary scene and staying active through spin and pilates.
Hoang Nguyen
PwC • Senior Associate, Assurance
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoangnsnguyen/
Jeremy Lau
Manager • Galloway Botteselle & Company
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laujeremy/
Dinushi Fernando
BDO Canada LLP • Campus Recruitment Specialist
Dinushi is a campus recruitment specialist with BDO Canada LLP. She is passionate about making connections and advising students and new grads.
Heather Sim
Treewalk • President
Heather Sim, CPA has been President of Treewalk, a firm assisting public companies and private companies seeking to go public, since September 2021 and started her journey with Treewalk in 2019. At Treewalk, Heather has served as CFO for several public companies in the tech and crypto industries. Heather obtained her CPA designation while working at a midsize public practice firm where she worked exclusively on public company audits.
Max Chesnut
Treewalk • Marketing Director
Max Chesnut is a 10-year marketing and creative veteran who has worked all over the world, including Australia, the UK, Japan, and his home country of the USA.
Alex McAulay
Treewalk • CEO
Entrepreneur and Chartered Accountant. I help companies go and stay public.
Ala Shawesh
DMCL • Human Resources Assistant
HR Assistant at DMCL ready to help students kick start their accounting careers! You may work with numbers but at DMCL you will never feel like one!
Brittney Lyons
DMCL • Senior Accountant
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittney-lyons/
Garima Singh
Crowe MacKay LLP • Senior Accountant, Tax
https://www.linkedin.com/in/garimasinghcpa/
Holgren Lai
Crowe MacKay LLP • Manager
https://www.linkedin.com/in/holgren-lai-cpa/
Mike Chang
Ribeyre Chang Haylock • Partner
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-chang-cpa-ca-4048a496/
Katie Wong
MNP • Campus Recruiter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiewong99/
Joe Gonsky
Lohn Caulder LLP • Senior Accountant
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephgonsky/
Valerie Ng
Lohn Caulder LLP • Staff Accountant
Valerie is a recent graduate who transitioned from Big 4 to a mid sized firm. She is passionate about travel, eating, and all things Taylor Swift.
CPA Career Fair - Aug 2024
Students from All Universities! 💢 Meet top accounting firms and industry employers! Learn about company culture, service lines, opportunities, and more as Spring Recruit picks up steam!
Mentorship Day
Meet students with job offers secured! Exchange proven tips and tricks for Vancouver's job market and refine your CPA recruit skills.
IGNITE on Tour 2024
Our exclusive event series is back and coming to a city near you. Are you a student or future graduate looking for a new job opportunity? Join us for #BDOIgnite.
Navigating Successful Interviews
Interview skills for accounting students ⭐ Learn to strategically research and answer tough behavioral questions using the STAR method.
Navigating Successful Interviews
Gear up for success with our interview skills workshop tailored for accounting students. Learn how to strategically research and ready yourself ahead of time, maximizing your preparation efforts. Review and practice behavioural questions, learn how to answer tough interview questions using the STAR method, and gain tools and insights that will help you make a lasting impression.
Navigating Successful Interviews
Gear up for success with our interview skills workshop tailored for accounting students. Learn how to strategically research and ready yourself ahead of time, maximizing your preparation efforts. Review and practice behavioural questions, learn how to answer tough interview questions using the STAR method, and gain tools and insights that will help you make a lasting impression.
CPABC Career Week (in person)
Career Expo: Meet with employer representatives and recruitment experts and explore the exciting and diverse career opportunities available to you. Discover what it's like to work in government, public practice, and industry.
Cover Letter and Resume Essentials
Master resume and cover letter writing and learn how to create a standout application.
Company Recruiting Session
Calling all aspiring accountants! Whether you're seeking a co-op opportunity or gearing up for a new grad position, join us for an exciting Grant Thornton Information Session at UBC Vancouver on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 5:00 PM.
Mix & Mingle
We're thrilled to invite you to join us for an exciting evening of networking, games, and conversations.
Networking night
💫 Get ready for the most exciting event of the semester! 💫
The DSU Accounting Club is hosting the NETWORKING NIGHT 2024 at Douglas College!
Recruiting Session with EY Accounting
This info session is for students who will be applying for either a full time or internship/co-op position. You already have what it takes to become a leader. Let us help you further develop your leadership, teamwork and communication skills to put you on the right path to achieve your personal and professional aspirations.
Recruiting Session
This info session is for students who will be applying for either a full time or internship/co-op position. You already have what it takes to become a leader. Let us help you further develop your leadership, teamwork and communication skills to put you on the right path to achieve your personal and professional aspirations.
CPA Career Fair
Students from All Universities! 💢 Meet top accounting firms and industry employers! Learn about company culture, service lines, opportunities, and more as Spring Recruit picks up steam!
Midsize Roadshow (meet all midsize firms!)
Interested in a career at a midsize firm in Vancouver?
The Midsize Roadshow is your chance to learn more about Baker Tilly WM LLP, Crowe MacKay, Davidson & Company, DMCL, and Manning Elliott.
Company presentation followed by a networking session
Company presentation followed by a networking session
Are you looking to find out how KPMG can help you kick-start your career?
Well join us for our on campus session for the chance to network with our people, and find out what makes KPMG different.
In this session you will learn some applications tips and be able to take the first step towards an exciting future.
Location: ANGUS 966-969 - Big 4 Conference Rooms - Henry Angus Building
RSVP in COOL!
Discover CPA
Are you interested in becoming a CPA but don’t have a business-related background? This in-person Discover CPA event will feature a panel of CPAs who did not study business prior to pursuing their CPA path.
Company Recruiting Session
PwC in Practice: Auditing Your Application for Spring Recruitment
Public Practice Info Session
📢 Are you interested in working for a public practice firm?
Join us in the upcoming Public Practice Info Session to learn about the firms and their career opportunities! You can get to know the representatives from some of Vancouver’s accounting firms and learn about their experience.
CPABC Accounting Night in Canada
Learn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) towards the CPA program and confer the CPA designation.
Company presentation followed by a networking session
Join us for our on campus session for the chance to network with our people, and find out what makes BDO different.
MNP Recruiting Session
Are you interested in co-op or full-time opportunities? Join MNP for an exclusive recruiting event to network with business professionals.
Deloitte Canada Recruitment- Java in Your Jammies Series
Networking 101: Forming your professional network
Conversation with a CPA
Are you curious about what CPAs actually do? If yes, join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to a real-life CPA and learn about what accountants do and where they work.
Speed Networking Events
Take a tour of Deloitte Summit located at the center of Vancouver’s thriving innovation corridor.
Boost Your Resume & Cover Letter
KPMG GVA Talent Boost Tuesday Registration - Spring 2024